As the leaves turn colors and begin to fall you know that the fall season is almost over. You might have also noticed that around this time of year a few of your friends suddenly get scruffier. Well it’s not you. That’s just a sign that Movember is here. That would be the month of November when fellas give their razors a rest to bring awareness about men’s health. Think it’s outdated or silly? Something you have nothing to worry about? Think again ‘LLERO. Here are our top reasons why Movember is important and you should be down with the cause.
You’re Joining a Global Movement
Since 2003 Movember has gone from 30 Australian dudes growing out their bigotes to raise awareness for men’s health, to over 5 million mo bros and mo sistas across the world. It’s also the only time of year dedicated to telling the world about about men and their prevalent health issues specifically prostate & testicular cancer, mental health and physical inactivity. So this is one very large bandwagon you definitely want to jump on.
It Only Requires Your Face
If you want to be down with the cause it’s easy. Take your last shave for 30 days on November 1st. After that enjoy the time you’ll save from not shaving as well as the five o’clock shadow that will emerge and blossom into a moustache. You don’t have to remember to wear a ribbon or change your social media avatar (unless of course you want to). Every time someone asks, “what’s going on with your upper lip?” you can tell them what you’re doing and encourage them to donate to the cause. Bien facil, si?
Cancer Has Become the Big Bad Wolf
Not to be all doom and gloom about it, but cancer is the leading cause of death among Latinos. In fact one in two Latino men will receive a cancer diagnosis in his lifetime. And while we get it – prostate exams are not anyone’s idea of a good time — it’s also the most commonly diagnosed cancer for Latino men. So rather than wait and wonder or think you’ll be better off not knowing, make that doctor’s appointment and get checked out.
You Can Also Do Good In a Fun Way
Aside from the bigger cause your contributing to, its a chance to have some fun. If your gonna grow out a stache’ take the opportunity to get creative. Not a facial sartorialist? Fine, Movember has plenty of events this month which you can attend to have fun and contribute to the cause at the same time. Just check out their site at Movember.com
